Scientific method worksheet spongebob

Scientific Method with SpongeBob Controls and Variables Name: __________________________ Date: __________________ pd: _____ I. Write a definition for each of the following words in YOUR own words. Yes look them up but don’t copy!

 Control – Variables that are kept the same throughout experiment; part of experiment used to compare to  Variable – Factors that can or do change during an experiment  Independent variable – Factor changed by the experimenter to test the hypothesis (I change)  Dependent variable – Factor that changes because of the independent variable; measureable (data) II.

SpongeBob and his Bikini Bottom pals have been busy doing a little research. Read the following description for each of their experiments and answer the questions provided. Krusty Krabs Breath Mints Mr. Krabs created a secret ingredient for a breath mint that he thinks will “cure” the bad breath people get from eating crabby patties at the Krusty Krab.

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